He is currently in Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool fighting for his life.

A GoFundMe page has been set up by Alfie's godmother Mandy O'Brien in order to help Alfie's parents.

Writing on the page, she said: "He has suffered critical injuries and is currently in Alder Hey Hospital in an induced coma with a broken skull, shattered leg, broken tibia and fibula, swelling on his brain, is covered in cuts and bruises and is wired up to many different machines to aid his recovery.

"We don't know how long it will take for him to recover fully and his mum, dad and brother have a long road ahead, hence the fundraising to ease monetary worries for them if nothing else.

Alfie Watts, 10, was left in a critical condition following an alleged hit and run (Image: UGC)

"We ask if you can help in any way we would be most grateful, even if it covers petrol costs for his parents its something that will help a little in this time of extreme pain for all of them.

"Thank you very much, I know our community spirit is alive and well and thank you all in advance for any donation."